Posts tagged "Motorcycle Accidents"

On behalf of The Law Office of George O. Haskell, IV posted in motorcycle accidents on Wednesday, October 24, 2018.

Many motorcyclists in Macon, Georgia, understand that riding carries a significant risk of accidents and serious injuries. At the same time, though, many riders believe their own experience and vigilance will be enough to help them avoid motorcycle accidents. Unfortunately, several recent studies have indicated that it is common for other drivers to be at fault in motorcycle accidents.

On behalf of The Law Office of George O. Haskell, IV posted in motorcycle accidents on Friday, August 17, 2018.

It's estimated that motorcyclists have fatality rates that are 28 times that of other motorists when factoring in the miles driven. It's a given that riding a two-wheeled cycle exposes riders to greater risks than other, more substantial forms of transportation.

On behalf of The Law Office of George O. Haskell, IV posted in motorcycle accidents on Friday, May 4, 2018.

Left-turn accidents, where a passenger car or truck suddenly turns left right in front of a moving motorcycle as if the rider and bike weren't even there, are a nightmare for bikers. They're one of the top things experienced riders warn other drivers to expect.

On behalf of The Law Office of George O. Haskell, IV posted in motorcycle accidents on Friday, February 2, 2018.

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), each year 8,000 two-vehicle collisions with motorcycles could be mitigated or prevented if passenger vehicles were equipped with certain safety systems, including lane maintenance, blind spot detection and front crash prevention.

On behalf of The Law Office of George O. Haskell, IV posted in motorcycle accidents on Friday, December 29, 2017.

A motorcycle accident can leave you with broken bones, torn skin and no way to support yourself while you heal. To avoid ending up in the hospital, motorcyclists are wise to take a proactive approach to safety.

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